WEST PALM BEACH, FL--(Marketwired - Nov 14, 2013) - The story of the Titanic touched and took the lives of many when it sank in 1912 after colliding with an iceberg. While the James Cameron film is the closest most will get to the famous ship, the South Florida Science Center and West Palm Beach Marriott are offering a special opportunity to get up close and personal with nearly 100 artifacts from the ship's debris field.

From November 16, 2013 through April 20, 2014, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition will be on display for the first time in West Palm Beach, offering museum visitors an intimate look at the ship and its passengers. And, for a limited time, this West Palm Beach airport hotel is offering a special package that includes two tickets to the exhibit plus daily breakfast for two for as low as $179 a night.

In addition to West Palm Beach accommodations, guests who book the package can enjoy the hotel's complimentary Wi-Fi and parking; the latter making this a great weekend escape for locals, too.

Upon entering the exhibit, visitors will receive a replica boarding pass before starting on a chronological journey that begins at the ship's construction and continues to life on board, the tragic iceberg collapse and the recovery efforts. The latter features the nearly 100 artifacts, which include samples from a perfume-maker who was traveling to New York and china etched with the logo of the elite White Star Line. Visitors will also see recreated first- and third-class accommodations, learn the emotional stories that took place during the rescue and compare their boarding pass to the wall in the Memorial Gallery, where they can learn the fate of the passenger whose ticket they hold.

About the West Palm Beach MarriottWhether in town to unplug or connect with an important client, the West Palm Beach Marriott offers a comfortable stay just minutes from the Palm Beach International (PBI) Airport. With 18,000 square feet of event space, expert planners, custom catering, free parking and a complimentary airport shuttle, the hotel is also a top choice for meetings, weddings and celebrations, from family reunions to anniversaries. Guest rooms offer the fresh look and feel one expects from a beach hotel and are outfitted with a spacious desk, high-speed Internet access, luxurious bedding, in-room safe, flat-screen TV, minifridge and coffeemaker. Relax at the outdoor heated pool and fitness center, or head out to the beach or more than 100 golf courses. The Palm Beach County Convention Center is just minutes away, and nearby attractions include Cruzan Amphitheatre, Kravis Center for Performing Arts and CityPlace. For a morning boost or afternoon pick-me-up, Starbucks serves custom gourmet coffee beverages and delicious pastries throughout the day. The hotel's West Palm Beach restaurant Bistro Ten Zero One offers a place to both eat and work, with a menu of succulent steaks and fresh seafood, plus a full bar and Wi-Fi.